The distinctive caterpillars feed on a wide range of broadleaved trees and shrubs, including blackthorn, oak, hazel, hawthorn and elm. They can be found in a variety of habitats, including woodland, parks, gardens, hedgerows and heathland. Is the fox moth caterpillar poisonous? They have long brown hairs on the sidesRead More →

The long hairs of vapourer caterpillars can cause mild irritation. However as with most hairy caterpillars, susceptibility to allergens varies depending on the individual, so it is best to avoid touching them just in case. Is the Vapourer moth rare? The females are highly sedentary and after mating lay aRead More →